Durability properties of ternary blended self-compacting concrete with experimental validation

Abstract

Abstract The goal of the current research is to better understand how self-compacting concrete (SCC) behaves by adding Alccofine, Silica fume and copper slag. Experiment data is collected in order to better understand the durability qualities of hardened SCC built using sustainable resources and to improve the mix’s effectiveness. In this case, a cement fragment has been restored using alccofine and silica-fume at set percentages of 15% and 20%, respectively. A portion of Fine aggregate is reinstated with copper slag (CS) which is an industrial throw away in percentages (0%,10%,20%,30%,40%). This study is concentrated on determining the durability properties like acid resistance test, half-cell potential test and abrasion resistance test have been carried on M40 graded SCC. Durability properties were studied at regular intervals. The durability experiments were conducted after 56 days curing of specimens. Compared to other mixes, the peak durability resistance was obtained at 30% replacement of CS. Due to aggressive nature of copper slag better resistance was observed to certain extent. Obtained parameters were of considerable limits. The results evince that copper slag is a feasible material which can be utilized in SCC mixes.